Project Engineer, Process Engineer

Project Engineer

POSITION DETAILS:

Job Type: Full-Time

Pay: $80k-$110k

FLSA: Exempt

Schedule: Mon-Fri

Location: South Bend, Indiana

Travel: Limited to None

WHAT WE WILL EXPECT FROM YOU

The Project Engineer will lead and coordinate plant projects including feasibility, scope, development, and execution in a safe, timely and cost-effective manner. The role will work closely with cross-functional teams to improve plant reliability by addressing failure areas with projects and equipment upgrades, assist in optimizing planned turnarounds, and play a key part in envisioning, strategizing, and developing a plan to support the future of the site.

This position reports directly to the Engineering Manager.

Essential Functions of the Job:

• Develop project execution plans and communicate the project plan to cross-functional teams.
• Lead and coordinate the development of projects including the profitable, reliable and on-time launch of projects.
• Develop project documentation and financial requests based on cost estimates, schedules, and ROI proposals for approval.

Responsibilities:

• Build technical bid packages for use in estimating project costs and execute projects within budget.
• Manage project costs to the approved budgeted amount and manage changes through the formal change order process.
• Develop project controls, prepare, and review equipment specifications, manage procurement needs and start up plans for projects.
• Ability to lead and resolve technical discussions and presentations including design reviews and technical meetings with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Develop strong working relationships along the manufacturing and engineering continuum and other key functional units.
• Facilitate root-cause analysis and provide engineering support to trouble shoot and identify solutions to resolve technical problems.
• Knowledge of project management guidelines and their applications.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in chemical, mechanical, or manufacturing engineering, required
• MBA or Graduate Engineering Degree, preferred
• Plant level experience in one of the following industries required--Ethanol, Chemical, Refining Industry (involving distillation) or Agricultural processing
• 5+ years of project management experience in an industrial setting
• Chemical unit operations
• High technical proficiency including MS Office, and CAD
• General understanding of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems, blueprints, electrical schematics, PLC's, and chemicals
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions including operating manuals, procedures, and policies
• Strong organizational competencies and an attention to detail
• Manage priorities under pressure

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must wear and maintain company required Personal Protective Equipment including, but not limited to: FR pants/ long-sleeve shirt, safety glasses, hard hat, safety-toe boots, hearing protection, and gloves
• Physically able to perform the following job essential functions, inclusive of but not limited to: crouching, kneeling, bending, walking long distances, lifting/pushing/pulling/carrying up to 50 pounds, work at heights, continuous work in confined spaces, ascend/ descend/ work from: stairs/ladders/scaffolding.
• Must have the ability to work continuously in an environment inclusive of but not limited to: dust, loud noise(s), walk on uneven or slippery surfaces, outdoors, heat/cold, poorly illuminated areas.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including a bonus. The starting salary is based on the candidate's experience, education, and market pay for the role in the region. As a team member at Verbio North America, you'll also enjoy:

• Comprehensive benefits package beginning day one, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Company paid short & long-term disability coverage as well as AD&D.
• Generous vacation, holiday, and sick time with additional leave plans
  • 11 paid holidays
  • 40 hrs sick
  • Paid vacation time
• Company contribution of 3% safe harbor and 2 % profit sharing in accordance with the contribution and vesting schedule
• Advancement and bonus opportunities
• Career Development: on-the-job training and…